Columbia County Schools RFQ 26-002 New High School
Columbia County School DistrictSchool · Lake City, FL- Due
- Feb 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Robert Hartley
- (386) 755-8000
The 30-second brief
The School Board of Columbia County, Florida seeks architectural and engineering services for the rebuild of Columbia High School. The project involves constructing a new high school on the existing site.
Executive Summary, Business Structure Documentation, Licenses and Certificates, Expertise & Project Approach Description, Project Team Organization Chart and Resumes, Project and Financial Management Plan, Availability Statement, Florida Certified MBE Business Certificate, Financial Strength/Litigation Statement, Signed Addenda
Executive Summary, Business Structure, Expertise & Project Approach, Project Team, Project and Financial Management, Availability, Florida Certified MBE Business, Financial Strength/Litigation, Addenda
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Summary
The School Board of Columbia County, Florida seeks architectural and engineering services for the rebuild of Columbia High School. The project involves constructing a new high school on the existing site.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Executive Summary
- Business Structure
- Expertise & Project Approach
- Project Team
- Project and Financial Management
- Availability
- Florida Certified MBE Business
- Financial Strength/Litigation
- Addenda
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Executive Summary
- Business Structure Documentation
- Licenses and Certificates
- Expertise & Project Approach Description
- Project Team Organization Chart and Resumes
- Project and Financial Management Plan
- Availability Statement
- Florida Certified MBE Business Certificate
- Financial Strength/Litigation Statement
- Signed Addenda
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Federal Regulatory Compliance Statement, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Scrutinized Company Certification, Vendor Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services, Utilization of Bids by Other Governmental Agencies, Insurance Requirements
- Submit to
- Columbia County Schools, Purchasing Department, 372 W. Duval Street, Lake City, FL 32055
- Scope location
- Lake City, Florida
- Reported agency
- Columbia County Schools
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Columbia County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Columbia County Schools, Purchasing Department, 372 W. Duval Street, Lake City, FL 32055. For questions, contact Robert Hartley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Columbia County School District in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Robert Hartley at (386) 755-8000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Executive Summary, Business Structure Documentation, Licenses and Certificates, Expertise & Project Approach Description, Project Team Organization Chart and Resumes, Project and Financial Management Plan, Availability Statement, Florida Certified MBE Business Certificate, Financial Strength/Litigat. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Executive Summary, Business Structure, Expertise & Project Approach, Project Team, Project and Financial Management, Availability, Florida Certified MBE Business, Financial Strength/Litigation, Addend..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Columbia County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Columbia County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Columbia County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Federal Regulatory Compliance Statement, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Scrutinized Compan. Review the full document from Columbia County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lake City, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.